Company Description
The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.
Job Description
Union: CUPE
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Materials Management
Reports to: Manager
Salary: $28.24 - $29.13 per hour (Start rate: $28.24 per hour in accordance with collective agreement requirements).
Shifts: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Posted Date: January 23, 2025
Closing Date: January 30, 2025
Position Summary
As a key member of the Receiving Department, the responsibilities of the RECEIVER include:
- Accepting and Processing incoming shipment
- Receiving, coordinating and making arrangement for shipments that are sensitive and/or shipments requiring special handling
- Monitoring and regulating visitor access to the building/facility to ensure security
- Delivering sensitive parcels, priority items, and other designated shipments throughout the hospital
- Working closely with Purchasing Agents, End-Users and Vendors to exchange information and facilitate the smooth delivery of shipments
- Performing all duties in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act
- Performing cross functional duties as assigned and/or required: performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned and/or required.
Qualifications
- At minimum, completion of high school or recognized equivalent
- Valid Class G drivers license required
- Valid Lift Truck (Forklift) Operator’s license to operate tow motors (Approximately 2 days in house training)
- WHMIS certificate required (Approximately 1 day in house training)
- Radioactive Handling certificate required (Approximately 1 day in house training)
- 1 year to less than 2 years practical and related experience and/or 3 months to less than 6 months on the job training
- Ability to push, pull and lift heavy objects, required.
- Ability to walk, stand crouch for long periods of time, required.
- Ability to use equipment common to the work being performed such as computerized inventory system, scanner, photocopier, telephone, etc.
- Ability to read, write and comprehend English proficiently, required.
- Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards
- Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task
- Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy
- Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies
- Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job including: Lifting equipment/ supplies/orders that arrive and weigh more than 20 kg; operate machinery proficiently and safely
- May be required to work at multiple areas as well as rotating shifts in emergency situations
Additional Information
Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
- Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.
Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
